Insider dismisses significant Celtics-Bucks trade talks for Antetokounmpo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 12:37 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
NBA insider Jake Fischer indicated that there are no significant trade discussions between the Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks regarding Giannis Antetokounmpo. Despite previous reports suggesting the Celtics might need a third team to facilitate a trade involving Jaylen Brown, Fischer noted that current talks do not reflect urgency. The Celtics have been linked to Antetokounmpo ahead of the upcoming NBA Draft, with Bucks co-owner Jimmy Haslam mentioning the importance of resolving the star's situation soon. As of Tuesday, no substantial negotiations are underway.
- •Jake Fischer states no significant talks between Celtics and Bucks.
- •Celtics linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo in trade rumors.
- •Previous reports suggested need for a third team in talks.
- •Bucks co-owner noted importance of resolving situation pre-draft.
- •Draft is one week away from June 17.
- 12:37 AMYahoo Sports — Insider Does Not Think There Are Any 'Significant' Celtics-Bucks Trade Talks Right Now
"The Boston Celtics have been linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo in trade rumors, but one insider does not think there are any significant talks between the Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks at this point.
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